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How to pronounce "kramas" in English

kramas is pronounced with standard English phonetics. Hear authentic native speakers pronounce it in 10 clips with synchronized subtitles and timestamps below.

kra·mas

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Syllableskra · mas
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15:29

kimchi yeah and I still get asked do you make it I said no um but then when they're sipping and slurping deliciously like you see in the kramas you know yeah uh tenang now tenang stew is this fermented stick stinky okay uh fermented

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Linguistic Pronunciation Masterclass: “kramas”

Phonetic mechanics, syllable architecture, and conversational cadence

Syllable Architecture & Stress Distribution

Syllable 1Unstressed

kra

Reduced vowel sound, relaxed jaw, and minimal vocal effort.

Syllable 2Unstressed

mas

Reduced vowel sound, relaxed jaw, and minimal vocal effort.

Keep the vowel length balanced, placing subtle emphasis on the root morpheme according to standard conversational rhythm.

Common Pronunciation Traps & Learner Mistakes

⚠️ Unstressed Syllable Vowel Reduction (Schwa ⁄ə⁄)

The Trap: Avoid pronouncing every vowel with full acoustic weight. Non-native speakers often over-enunciate unstressed vowels.

How Native Speakers Say It: Only give full vowel clarity to the primary stressed syllable. Relax all unstressed vowels into a neutral, low-energy schwa (⁄ə⁄).

Connected Speech & Natural Conversational Flow

🔗 Consonant-Vowel Linking (Liaison)

When "kramas" is followed by a word starting with a vowel, glide the final consonant into the opening vowel (e.g. "kramas is" sounds like "kramas-iz").

⏱️ Stress-Timed Rhythm

In natural sentences, avoid over-stressing "kramas" unless it conveys the core contrast or focal point of your message.

Authentic Spoken Quotes from Native Video Context

Verified Transcripts
“they're sipping and slurping deliciously like you see in the kramas you know yeah”
— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“tried to but the World Health Organization says it's so well there is no Health without mental health which is how kdramas came into play I brought in kramas to promote more”
— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“New Perspective that's what I see coming through kramas but how do I know all these stories not just because of my line of work it's all out there in a”
— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“kramas it's delicious and I'm like what but they're it's like all empty and then they go get extra servings this moment is forever here sorry because in order”
— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“conversations surrounding mental health now maybe you're asking why kramas though judging from you you guys knew squid game was so maybe you're watching”
— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“wow is it because I'm korean-american that I love these kramas but over time I went as I introspected I like asking myself”
— TEDx TalksWatch clip
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The English word “kramas”. Phonologically, it consists of 2 syllables (kra · mas). Grammatically, “kramas” functions as a noun. SayItVid indexes 10 authentic English video clips demonstrating how native speakers articulate “kramas” in natural connected speech across American (US: 8 sampled), British (UK), and Australian (AUS) accents, including verified broadcasts from TEDx Talks.

Spoken Video Transcripts & Contextual Quotes (5 Verified Clips)

  • 🇺🇸 USTEDx Talks
    Clip #1 · @15:29
    “kimchi yeah and I still get asked do you make it I said no um but then when they're sipping and slurping deliciously like you see in the kramas you know yeah uh tenang now tenang stew is this fermented stick stinky okay uh fermented”
  • 🇺🇸 USTEDx Talks
    Clip #2 · @6:29
    “every moment thing and I can't say it any better I tried to but the World Health Organization says it's so well there is no Health without mental health which is how kdramas came into play I brought in kramas to promote more no Health without mental”
  • 🇺🇸 USTEDx Talks
    Clip #3 · @14:41
    “are aside from the situation you're in the problem and you're able to gain A New Perspective that's what I see coming through kramas but how do I know all these stories not just because of my line of work it's all out there in a these stories not just because of my line of work it's all out there in a”
  • 🇺🇸 USTEDx Talks
    Clip #4 · @15:47
    “smelling it and going oh my God I'm finally eating this that I see in the kramas it's delicious and I'm like what but they're it's like all empty and then they go get extra servings this moment is forever here sorry because in order they go get extra servings this moment is forever here sorry because in order”
  • 🇺🇸 USTEDx Talks
    Clip #5 · @6:44
    “health which is how kdramas came into play I brought in kramas to promote more conversations surrounding mental health now maybe you're asking why kramas though judging from you you guys knew squid game was so maybe you're watching though judging from you you guys knew squid game was so maybe you're watching”

Definition & Meaning: “kramas”

NOUN
  • A traditional Cambodian garment with many uses, including as a scarf or bandana or to carry children.

Example Sentences (2)

  • “they're sipping and slurping deliciously like you see in the kramas you know yeah”
  • “tried to but the World Health Organization says it's so well there is no Health without mental health which is how kdramas came into play I brought in kramas to”

Common Phrases & Collocations

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Pronounce: “kramas”

Syllables:
kra · mas
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"kramas" has no true homophones in standard English — there are no other words with identical pronunciation. Unlike sound-alike pairs like there / their or peace / piece, "kramas" has a completely distinct phonetic identity.

Frequently asked questions about kramas

How many syllables are in “kramas”?

“kramas” has 2 syllables: kra · mas.

What does “kramas” mean?

A traditional Cambodian garment with many uses, including as a scarf or bandana or to carry children.

How can I hear “kramas” used in real sentences?

This page has 10 real-world video examples of “kramas” with synchronized subtitles. Use Previous / Next (or ← / → keys) to hear each one at the exact moment it is spoken.

What is the most common pronunciation mistake when saying “kramas”?

Avoid pronouncing every vowel with full acoustic weight. Non-native speakers often over-enunciate unstressed vowels. Only give full vowel clarity to the primary stressed syllable. Relax all unstressed vowels into a neutral, low-energy schwa (⁄ə⁄).